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r ■* oiyicul Nswsrfm or fAR.vwnx W: H0lfe BANK OF BARNWBLt, ■I mmmey, w« hjuri it— jmi have MMj^cy, w« wait it" =y Caa^Matod J«a« i.' It S3. ?-» j- jUME xux. *Ju^l Llk* a M*rnb« BARNWELL. SOUTH CAROLINA. THURSDAY, HAY 6TH, 19SS. 'ONVENTION ENDORSES CANDIDACY OF BROWN |ARGE CROWD ATTENDS CORNERSTONE LAYING HELD RESOLUTION PASSED AT MEET* ^ ING MONDAY. Baraweli Democrat* Arc Oppcccd 4f Chaagc ia VfCi patitr- » . . New Clab Formed. The unanimous endorsement of tlie candidacy of Col. Edgar A. Brown, of this cky, for the United States Sen ate to succeed Senator E. D. Smith, opposition to any cange in the rules of the Democratic party in South /Carolina whereby voters would be ’al lowed to cast their ballots in national elections for any candidates other than the regular Democratic nomi nees and the formation of a new Democratic club at Spur Branch, near the Edisto River featured a most harmonious meeting of 'the County Convention at Barnwell Monday. The meeting was called to order by County Chairman’"Edgar A. Brown, who requested the Rev. C. K. Turner fo offer a prayer for Divine guidance. ^After the Secretary had called the k^l, it was found that all of the clubs the county were represented with le exception of Great Cypress and teedy Branch. Officers Reelected. Harley Announces for Legislature The People-Sentinel this week pub lishes the announcement of Col. J. fc Harley, of this, city, as a candidate for the House of Representatives. This announcement will 'be a source of gratification to Colonel Harley’s many friends throughout the county, as he is recognized as a man of abili ty and one who is admirably fitted to represent this county in the lower branch of the General Assembly. ..Colonel Harley is well known to the voters of Barnwell County, hav ing Already served two terms in tho House. He was first elected in ,1901 by probably the largest majority ever given to a candidate for this office in Barnwell County.* At the expiration of his first term he was reelected again m the first primary. In 1912 he was elected Mayor of Barnwell, serving ten years in this c&pacify and being reelected fou* - times without opposition. During his administration he was instrumental in effecting many improvem^ts and was generally regarded as one of the best executive officials this city has ever had Interesting Ceremonies at Barnwell Baptist Church Tuesday Af ternoon.—Past Grand Master C, 1C Chreit Delivered Instructive Oration. ( : Tuesday, May 4th, 1926, will long be remembered as a milestone in relig ious and Masonic circles circles in Barnwell, as it marked the layitig of the cornerstone of the new Baptist Chiirch building by the officers of the Grand Lodge of Masons in South Carolina. It was an outstanding event m that it was the second oc casion of its kind in the town of Barnwell and the third in the county, the other two being the Barnwell High School building and the Pleas ant Mountain Church. At three o’clock, 'the Masons as sembled in the local Masonic Hall, where'Most Worshipful Grand Mas ter Charlton Durant opened a session of the Grand Lodge on the E. A. De gree for the purpose of laying the cornerstone! • He was attended' and assisted by Grand Secretary O. Frank i Hart, of Columbia, Past Grand Mas ter C. K. Chreitzberg, of Rock Hill, and Deputy Grand Master A. A. Lemon, of Barnwell. The Masons Masons reformed in line and return ed to the Masonic Hall. A List of Articles- The following is a list of the ar ticles deposited in the copper box and placed in the cornerstone, there to remain until some future genera tion rebuilds the church: A copy of the Proceedings of thg M. W. Grand Lodge of Ancient Free Masons of South Carolina, 188th an nual Communication, 1925. v. A copy of the Transactions of Supreme Council 33d Degree, South- J of the local lodge is ern Jurisdiction of the United States I among the best in the Hucee Fellowcrafts Raised Here Tuesday A fitting climax to the laying of the cornerstone of the new Baraweli Baptist Church.^building Tuesday af ternoon was the meeting of Harmony lodge No. 17, A. 1L, here that night, when three Fellowcrafts— Messrs. W. P. Franklin, Marion Jacic- son and Frank Kirkland—were rais ed to the sublime degree of a Master Mason. n tlw Lodge was opened on the Master’s degree at 7:80 o’clock, a large crowd was present, many com ing from a long distance, as the work gnized as Shortly recogr State. ^ m then marched in a body to the Bap- TH^jBrst busipess W » B glg f^ QIL [ ■ **•"^ nerved men efficiently "n* | tigt ChurchT Where the ceremonies ** . ^ Special Judge, being appointed to that important post by the Supreme Court. of officers for the ensuing two years and delegates to the State- Conven tion, which meets in Columbia Wed nesday, May 19th. .^lomun , BUxU, Fsq., of Barnwell, moved that all of ficers be-reelected and there being no objection, the motion was unanimous ly carriod. The officers are as fol lows: Edgar A. Brown, county chair- nian; W. D. Black, vice-chairman; B. P. Davies, secretary and treasurer; Edgar A. Brown, State executive committeeman. Delegates to State Convention. Upon the suggestion of the chair man and the motion of H. D. Still, of Blackville, it was decided to send twelve delegates With a half vote interest in national affairs, having been elected as a delegate to three National Democratic Conventions. He is at present the senior partner of the law firm of Harley A Blafct, among the leading members of the local Bar, is also extensively engaged in farming and is one of the largest taxpayers in the county. He is a man- of the people and if elected promises to exert his best efforts for the advancement of the people of this section in particular and of South Carolm*—rn general, —fie will an- of America, August, 1922, November, before nine o’cock the Cral 1923. A copy of the Proceedings of the Nineteenth Annual Conclave, Grand Commandery Knights Templar of the State of South Carolina, 1925. A copy of the Proceedings of the Most Excellent Grand Royal Arch Chapter of South Carolina. A copy of the Proceedings of the Grand Council of Royal $nd Select Masters of the State of South Caro lina. were in charge of Most Worshipful Grand Master Durant. ^Gelv Harley hwr’stiw likiff"! great ^oens, acting as Grand Chaplain, Following a prayer by Dr. W. M. . Agreement, of the. business firms to each to the State Convention instead nounce his platform at a later date, of six, to which number the county is entitled, with a full vote each. On motion of II. J. Crouch, seconded by W. D. Black, Chairman Brown and Secretary Davies were elected dele gates by acclamation, leaving ten to be selected by ballot. Fifteen gen tlemen . were nominated and Capt. Jefferson’s Chef to Manage Hotel John Cava!lone, for ten years chef at the Jefferson, leaves today .for Barnwell, where he will manage the Black moved that the ten receiving! Diamond hotel. the largest number of votes he de- j M r . Cavallone is a native of Italy dared elected and that the other five^ | t ,f^ that country ot the age Past Grand Master Chreitzberg de divered a most interesting and en lightening oration, in which he set forth the principles’ upon which Masonry is founded. A copper 1 box, containing various articles, a complete list of which ap pears below, was placed in the cor nerstone, after which it was set into place. The Grand Master then tried the stone with plumb, square and level and pronounced true work. He then annointed it with “the corn of nourishment, the wine of refresh^ . % ment and the oil of joy,” following which he asked the blessing of the Supreme Architect of the Universe upon the building and its builders. A collection was then taken among the Masons, which was given to the As sociated Charities of Barnwell. The assemblage was dismissed by Dr. Jones with the benediction and the A list oFofficers and members Harmony Lodge No. 17, A. F. M. A Confederate Memorial Coin. of close their places of business and at tend the ceremonies. A shorfi history of the Barnwell Baptist Church. A list of the officers and members 9 of the Barnwell Baptist Church. A list of the Pastors of the Bpmwcll Baptist Church. _ 'A copy of the Baptist Courier of April 29th, 1926. A copy of the Minutes of the sixty- ninth Annual Session of the Barnwell Baptist Association, held with the Williston Baptist Church, Oct. 27th, 28th, 1925. A copy of' The Barnwell People- Sentinel of April 29th,.4926. A copy of The State of May 4th, lies. A list of the officers of the County and City to date. A 25c piece dated 1907, a dime dated 1900, a five-cent, piece dated 1923, and a penny dated 1907. was called from labor to refreshment a enjoyed a sumptuous bairbecue with all the trimmings at Vickery Bros.’ garage. The Masons then reassem bled in the hall and completed the conferring of tire degree. Standard Oil Co.' Buy* Valuable Corner Lot It is understood that the Stand- polynt ard Oil Company has purchased the corner lot of Dr. W. C. Milhous, on Main Street, adjoining his residence, ami will begin the erection of a hand some and modern filling station at an early date. According to the report. Dr. Milhous will move his home to the rear of the new station and facing the side street. The pur chase price is said to be $5,500. The Standerd people are acquiring valuable property in many towna in this section, having recently bought the L. J. Baughman corner lot" in Blackville, for which they are re ported to have paid $8,500. ATTENDANCE WAS LARGEST IN MANY YEARS* C. of C. Chapters of Barnwell and RL On last Friday, the- 30th ult., was held one of the largest reonioaa Meyer's Mill has experienced in years, crowds being In attendance from all parts of the adjoining counties. The exercises were held in the church which was filled to its capacity, num bers standing . The rostrum -waa draped with American and Confeder ate flags. The meeting was called to order by Judge John K. SneJIing, in the ab sence of the Commander, Major J. A. Meyer, who passed to his reward somo month* ago. The opening pray er was made by the Rev. C. K. Tor rldr, after^ghich the meeting was turned over to Mips Blanche Bennett, President of the Jennie P. Greene Chapter, Children of the Confederacy, of Barnwell, and she, together with a number of children from both C. of C. Chapters of Barnwell and the Ellenton C. of C.’s, furnished an efc- be named as alternates, which motion was adopted. After the ballots had been canvassed, it was found that the following nominees had been elected: H. D. Still, G. L. Weissinger, H. J. Crouch. A. M. Kennedy. W. D. Black. Victor Lewis, J. E. Harley, C. C. Simms, J. B. Kirkland and J. V. Matthews: alternates, W. D. Harley, m TiTteison end J. W. Folk. Old Club Reestablished. Jas. J. Ray, of Backville, presented a petition from a number duly qualified electors residing at Vernon, 14 going to work at leading hotels in Fiance and England and coming to America in 1912. Upon first reach ing thin country he became chef at the Waldorf-Astoria in New York, fvhere he remained for eight months. He then went to hotels in Pennsyl vania and later came to Columbia. He was twice called away and re- N. B. Gamble, A. B. Pattergtm, -F*- -en-Bed to 'the Jefferson, his last ro turn being two years ago next June. Jennings Bryan zat and listened ih- beyond the Mason and Dixson's Line Mr. Cavallone has done much for the popularity of the Jefferson_din- ing room, being an efficient chef, di recting a well ordered kitchen, and a new sawmill town on the Edisto j ^^e many friends and patrons of River, in this county, requesting that the Spur Branch Democratic Club be reestablished. J. M. Weathersbee, of the Rosema’V Club, moved that thj peHinj *'0 granted and the motion was ydthSfd. This brings the total numbe r < f ^polling precincts in this county to ’8. > Tlu t ‘ following are the officers of the new cTuhTF 1 . M. Stubbs, president; Guy Barnes,>yice presi dent; M. B. Utsejr, secretary, Jas. J ; Ray. executive committeeman; Fx^I. Stubbs and M. B. Utsey, enrollment committee. ^Col. Brown Endorsed. The following resolution endorsing the candidacy of Col. Edgar A. Brown was offered by Mr. Blatt, seconded by Capt. Black, of Williston, and Judge Cha. Carroll Simms, of Barn well. .both of whom eulogized their distinguished fellow citizen, _ and the hotel will regret to learn of his leaving and wish him success in hii new field.—The State, May 1st. —— To Load Another^Car of Poultry in County Announcement is made by Mr. H. G. Baylston. County Farm Agent, ami Miss Willie Mae Vann, Home /» • Demonstration Agent, that another ^•ar of poultry will be loaded and shipped from this section. The car will 'be" at Williston next Thursday, May 13th, and at Blackville the fol- owing day, the L4th inst. It is un derstood that very Satisfactory prices will be paid . Mr. and Mrs. Carter Price have re turned to Tampa, Fla., after a plea “THIS MAN BROWJJ” (By Water E. Duncan.) During the Democratic National Convent : on at Madison Square Gar den in" New York in 1924, William tently to an earnest speech being de livered before \the platform comm.t- tee on the question of States’ rights and the important part that the South plays in the Democratic party by a vigorous young man, who, parrying the thrusts which Ihad been made against this section by Judge John H. McCann of Pennsylvania and Patrick .11. Quinn of Rhode Island, drove his points home with telling effect and uncompromisingly upheld the princi ple of State sovereignty, defending the South and its institutions and traditions against the aspersions of the Pennsylvania and Rhode Island delegates. The speaker was Col. Edgar A. Brown, of Barnwell, chair man of the Democratic party of South Carolina and speaker of the house of representatives. Turning to another leader in the South Carolina delega tion, the Great Commoner, who was deeply impressed, remarked: “This man Brown will be heard from ater. He is made of the right kind of stuff, and South Carolina ought to adopted unanimously: _ J “Whereas, the Honorable Edgar A. Brown has announced his candidacy for the Senate of the United States; and. > “Whereas, he has for the past eigh teen years lived a life of usefulness and service among us in every field of endeavor; and, “Whereas, we know him to be a ,Lt*tesman of the highest ability and of unquestionable integrity., having represented this county for aix years in the House of Representatives, dur ing the last two years of which ne* ant visit to relatives and friends in Barnwell, Laurens and Asheville, N. C. ty over its. deliberations as Speaker; and “Whereas, he has for the past eight years served as our County Chairman and for the past four years as Chair man of the State Democratic Execu tive Committee; and “Whereas, by his fight for the prin ciple of State's riglks in the Demo cratic Convention in the City of New York and recently before the Finance be proud of him.” Another Dramatic Incident. The w^me night a dramatic incident took place \in the committee room its where the. members chosen to frame tfhe party platform wrestled through out the weary hours with their prob lems and responsibilities Until long after the morning sun came stream ing into the windows of the conven* tion hall. In these deliberations Col. Brown was destined to take promin ent part because of his determined stand for the recognition of the South and of the principle of States’ rights. For a while he fought single-handed presided with dignity and impartial!- (CONTINUED ON PAGE SEVEN.) i against ( the Northern and Eastern members, and when, at one juncture, the clash between the young South Carolinian and his opponents from became so sharp that it appeared-:a personal encounter would be precipi tated, Col. Brown and Judge McCann standing- a few feet apart, their eyes flashing fire* Mr. Brvan arose and slbepping forward- placed one arm about the shoulder of eaph of the antagonists and said: _-1Let us pi ay ." The man who was thr.-»c-a'-mes the standard-boa; w- of Democracy then offered up «. prayer to Almighty God that the group of mcr, who had Wen selected by the great national party to frame its platform ifAght ' be divmely guided in ofder that no mis take would be made, but that wisdom would prevail in the party councils. While the Great Commoner lifted up his voice to Heaven the committee- • * • « . _ men ribood with bowed beads. With Mr. Bryan’s heartfelt “Amen” they resumed their deliberations, and in the end the fundamental principles for Delegates Attend -c; Pythian Meeting A number of local delegates from the Knights of Pythias Lodge attend ed a very interesting District meet ing of the Pythians of the' Third District at Estill last Thursday. .The meeting was largely attended, and the Estill Pjtthians provided a splen did dimer, and extended to the visitors ., great welcome.' A number of the Grand Lodge officers were present and discussed the coming Grand Lodge Session in Charleston, and other matters of vital interest to the Order. The Pythians are conducting a mem bership campaign at thf present time, and it is planned to take! a sang a welcome song to the Veterans which was pronounced by those prea- errt one of the best numbers on the program. .She Was dressed in the colors and carried a small Confeder ate flag. Following a salute to the flag, the audience was led in prayer by Miss Bennett. After the singing of America Miss Derry Patterson gave as a reading the poem which- won Division prize for the best poem on a Confederate subject, the subject of her poem being Mr. Perry A. Manville. A round of applause greet ed this number, Mr. Manville being known and much beloved by all. Af ter the stirring chorus. “Dixie,” Mr. ,1* F. Hajr was presented with a . Cross of Honor by Mrs. G. M. Greene. Messrs. Starling Hutto and James M. Ryan were eligible for crosses but were absent on this occasion and their crosses will be delivered to them at a later date. ■K. * A short business session was held and Mr. L. F. Hair, of Blackville, was unanimously elected Commander to fill the place left vacant by the death of Major Meyer. Mr. Elliott B. San ders was unanimously elected Adju tant and Judge John K. Snelling as sistant' Adjutant and Secretary of the Camp. Delegates to Birmingham pud Greenville were elected as follows: Birmingham, L. F. Hair, of Black* ville, and Henry B. Cave, of Kline; Greenville, L. F. Hair. A short memorial service was held great number of Candidates to Char? for those Veterans lesion to receive the Page Rank at the Grand Lodge moeting. All of the Lodges of the District are cooper ating in this drive for new members. The Junior*S«nior Reception. * The Seniors of the Barnwell High School were given a lovely reception Friday evening, April 30th, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. L. E. Davis, by the Junior Class. The rooms were thrown en suite and beautifully decorated with Spring flowers and the class colors. The guests were ihet at the door by the receiving com mittee and presented with cards to be filled -for the evening's amuse ments The Carlisle Orchestra fur nished delightful' music and several dances were enjoyed. Two contests also added greatly to the enjoyment of the occasion. The entertainment committee was on the alert and as a result there was not a dull moment, which the young South Carolina mem-i During’the evening pdhch was served ber had contended with such telling on the lawn, which was appropriately effect as to make a deep impression decorated in the class colon, and upon the Old Democratic war-horse sufficient seats were provided were written into the report of the plrttform committee. “This man Brown”, as William J. Bryin spoke of the country lawyer from Barnwell who made his voice heard at the national convention in Madison Square Garden, what of him ? Is he deserving of the consideration for thone. who did not care to dance. De licious refreshmenta, consisting of ice cream and cake, were served. Every one present reports a most de lightful evening. Mrs. Lizzie Cave, who has been in Oolumbia for several days Eatf, the of his fellow citizens in his candidacy bedside of her brother, Mr. J. Perry : Jor the United Statra senate? Mr. Moody, of Seiglingville, returned Brykn!^ comment, that “He is made of home Sunday. Her friends learn the right kind of stuff,” is a notable w i*b regret that Mr. Moody is still In recognition unusual ability coming * serious condition. Mrs. Cave waa impartially from one who did not eiczin called to Columbia Tuesday as Mr. Moody’s condition iii. ■ ■ i i 111 mii>ni »ii» ,■ . ■■■■■ morning (CONTINUED ON FOURTH PAGE) hod become worse. asm* away since the last reunion—Bins in number, as follows: Major h A. Meyer, Messrs. George W. Boylston, W. A. Gyles,' Preston Bottisoa, Charles H. Hartzog, Robert Muns, William H. Creech, D. Weoiey Black, George P. Moiris. As the roll was called a nu mber of the chapter Chil dren of the Confederacy placed a white flower in a memorial wreath in honor »f the V-.»tiran. Juoge Chas. Carrolf Simms, R«v. C. K ^umer, D. W. Heckle and Judge John K. Snel- ling paid tribu t to those departed heroes. Judge Snelling also spoke refry feelingly of Captain Chas. C. Meyer, who although too young in years for service at the outbreak of the war yet had been a mighty fac tor in the upbuilding of the communi ty of Meyer’s Mill and largely re sponsible for the snccesif of the for mer reunions at that pises. A very touching poem was read by Mr. V. S. Owens during this service. “When You and I Were Young, Maggie” was beautifully rendered by Misses Catherine Holland, Derry Pat terson, Virginia Moody and Margaret Fowler. After the singing of f “Carry Ma, Back to Old Virginny” by the Barn well and Ellenton Children of the Confederacy, the annual address was delivered in a very forceful manner by the Rev. W. R. Dsvk, of WiUisI ton, taking as his subject, “The. New South.” “Tramp, ’ Tramp, the Boys Are Marching” was excellently rendered by the Ellenton Chapter, Children of the Confederacy. Mr. N. A. Patterson, one of the <(CONTINUED ON EIGHTH